Cucumber Salad Surprise

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Fresh, vibrant, and full of delightful textures, Cucumber Salad Surprise is the ultimate quick and easy summer side dish that bursts with garden-fresh goodness. Crisp cucumber slices, juicy cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onions create the perfect base, while crumbled feta cheese and toasted almonds add a savory, nutty crunch. The star of the recipe is the zesty homemade dressing—a harmonious blend of extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and fresh dill—that ties everything together with a lively, tangy sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook salad is perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or BBQs. Serve it chilled to let the flavors meld and wow your guests with the "surprise" of its irresistible taste and texture! Perfect for lovers of fresh salads, cucumber recipes, and Mediterranean flavors.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

11 items

• 2 large cucumber
• 1 small red onion
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup feta cheese
• 1 cup toasted almonds
• 3 tablespoons fresh dill
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Wash and dry the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and fresh dill.

2. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons, depending on your preference. Place them into a large salad bowl.

3. Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the cucumbers.

4. Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad bowl.

5. Crumble the feta cheese over the vegetables in the bowl.

6. Roughly chop the toasted almonds and add them to the salad for a crunchy texture.

7. Finely chop the fresh dill and sprinkle it over the salad for added flavor.

8. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

9. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.

10. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld. Enjoy your Cucumber Salad Surprise!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (317.2g)

Calories		406
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		33.0 g	42%
	Saturated Fat	7.9 g	40%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		33 mg	11%
Sodium		671 mg	29%
Total Carbohydrate		19.0 g	7%
	Dietary Fiber	4.8 g	17%
	Total Sugars	7.9 g
Protein		13.3 g	27%
Vitamin D		0.4 mcg	2%
Calcium		303 mg	23%
Iron		2.2 mg	12%
Potassium		621 mg	13%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1190 cal (69.8%%)

Protein: 211 cal (12.4%%)

Carbs: 304 cal (17.8%%)